Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free
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Product introduction
Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free is a prescription medicine that is used in the treatment of acidity, stomach ulcer, and heartburn. It helps in relieving the symptoms of acidity and ulcers such as stomach pain, heartburn, or irritation. It also neutralizes excessive acid in the stomach.
Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free is taken without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Do not take it for more than the recommended duration as long-term administration may have harmful effects on the health.
The most common side effects are diarrhea, constipation, abdominal discomfort, and allergic reaction. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. To overcome constipation, you should add fiber-rich foods to your diet and stay hydrated. Lifestyle modifications like having a fiber-rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Uses of Covcaine Oral Gel
Benefits of Covcaine Oral Gel
In Treatment of Acidity
Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free relieves excessive acidity in your stomach which prevents heartburn and indigestion. Usually, it is used along with other medicines for management of your condition.
Continue taking it for as long as the doctor may advise you to. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Continue taking it for as long as the doctor may advise you to. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
In Treatment of Heartburn
Heartburn is a burning feeling in your chest caused by stomach acids traveling back up towards your throat and mouth (acid reflux). Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free improves the movement of food in the stomach and helps prevent heartburn.
You should take it exactly as it is prescribed or as it says on the label for it to be effective. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce heartburn. Think about what foods trigger heartburn and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight, and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3 to 4 hours of going to bed.
You should take it exactly as it is prescribed or as it says on the label for it to be effective. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce heartburn. Think about what foods trigger heartburn and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight, and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3 to 4 hours of going to bed.
In Treatment of Stomach ulcers
Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach or gut (intestine). Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.
Side effects of Covcaine Oral Gel
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Covcaine
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Allergic reaction
- Abdominal discomfort
How to use Covcaine Oral Gel
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free is to be taken empty stomach.
How Covcaine Oral Gel works
Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free is a combination of three medicines: Oxetacaine, Aluminium Hydroxide, and Milk Of Magnesia. Oxetacaine is a local anesthetic that provides faster relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach. Aluminium Hydroxide and Milk Of Magnesia are antacids that neutralize the excess acid in stomach.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Covcaine Oral Gel?
If you miss a dose of Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- It is better to take it after food or as suggested by the doctor.
- Some healthy tips to prevent acidity from happening:
- Avoid taking hot tea, coffee, spicy food, and chocolate. Instead, have cold milk and cold coffee as these help neutralize the acid in the stomach.
- Avoid alcohol and smoking.
- Avoid eating late at night or before bedtime.
- Do not take Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines as it may interact with other medications.
- It may cause constipation. Drink plenty of water and eat more high-fiber foods. Inform your doctor if it becomes severe or does not go away.
- It may take 4-6 weeks or more for the ulcers to heal completely. Do not stop taking the medicine without talking to your doctor first.
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Therapeutic Class
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Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free?
Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free is a combination of three medicines: oxetacaine, aluminium hydroxide and milk of magnesia. It is used in the treatment of acidity, heartburn and stomach ulcers. Oxetacaine is a local anesthetic that provides relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach. Aluminium hydroxide and milk of magnesia are antacids which are used together to relieve heartburn, acidity and upset stomach. They may be used to treat the symptoms in patients with peptic ulcer, gastritis, esophagitis or gastric hyperacidity (too much acidity in the stomach).
Is it safe to use Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free?
Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free is safe for most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause common side effects like constipation, diarrhea, allergic reaction and other uncommon or rare side effects. Inform your doctor as soon as possible if you experience any persistent problem due to the medication.
Can the use of Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free cause constipation?
Yes, the use of Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free Of Magnesia can cause constipation. Eat a good amount of high-fiber foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables and cereals. Drink plenty of water or other fluids and exercise regularly. These lifestyle changes will help in relieving constipation.
Can the use of Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free can cause diarrhea. In case you experience diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists and you notice any signs of dehydration like less urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine. Do not take any other medicine without consulting your doctor.
What are the recommended storage conditions for Covcaine Oral Gel Orange Sugar Free?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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Address: Plot No. 276, Industrial Area, Phase-2, Panchkula-134113
Country of origin: India
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